Endometriosis

What is Endometriosis?

Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the womb, grows in other places1. It causes debilitating pain and can significantly impact day-to-day life.

Endometriosis can affect women of any ages2
1 in 10 women, are diagnosed with endometriosis3

What may cause Endometriosis?

The exact cause is unknown, however, there are several theories, including :

Genetics
An issue with the Immune system
Endometrium cells spread through the bloodstream or lymphatic system.

It has been said that endometriosis is caused by a combination of factors.

What are common symptoms?

Pelvic pain increased on period
Extreme pain where the tissue has deposited, for example the spine
Dysmenorrhoea, extreme Period cramps
Dyspareunia, Pain during or after sex
Nausea
Menorrhagia, Heavy periods

Can anything trigger the pain?

Start of period is said to be the most extreme pain, for others the pain can continue throughout the whole period.

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A patient's Experience

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References

[1] - World Health Organisation. Endometriosis [Internet]. WHO; 2023. Available from: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/endometriosis

[2] - NHS England. Endometriosis [Internet]. England: NHS England; 2022. Available from: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/endometriosis/

[3] - Rogers PA, D'Hooghe TM, Fazleabas A, Gargett CE, Giudice LC, Montgomery GW, Rombauts L, Salamonsen LA, Zondervan KT. Priorities for endometriosis research: recommendations from an international consensus workshop. Reprod Sci [Internet]. 2009; 16(4):335-346. Available from: 10.1177/1933719108330568.

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